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Riot Fest is an annual three-day music festival and carnival that takes place every September at Humboldt Park in Chicago.
Started in 2005, Riot Fest is a haven for punk and alternative rock music fans. Riot Fest...
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Riot Fest Chicago 2014
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Riot Fest is an annual three-day music festival and carnival that takes place every September at Humboldt Park in Chicago.

Started in 2005, Riot Fest is a haven for punk and alternative rock music fans. Riot Fest 2014 performers include Jane's Addiction, The National, The Cure, Rise Against, The Flaming Lips, Weezer, and many more.

With more than 30,000 people in attendance each day, 2014 Riot Fest offers more than just musical talent. The festival features a full carnival, including a Ferris wheel, various games and rides, and a large number of food vendors.

Official after parties for Riot Fest are held each night at various 21+ clubs throughout Chicago, where bands from the festival perform more intimate shows.

A three-day pass to Riot Fest 2014 costs around $100-$200, while two-day passes cost around $75. All after parties are free for those who have three-day passes; for those who don’t, tickets are around $12.